(Vatican Radio) U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has extended official congratulations to Pope Francis on the occasion of the third anniversary of the Holy Father’s […]
U.S. Sec. Kerry congratulates Pope Francis on 3rd anniversary
Auschwitz sets up tour dates just for World Youth Day pilgrims
OSWIECIM, Poland (CNS) — The Auschwitz memorial and museum is setting aside days exclusively for World Youth Day pilgrims who want to tour the former Nazi […]
Social ministry teams combat food insecurity
Just after her husband, Brian, passed away unexpectedly, Sheri Renner was asked to get involved with the social ministry team at her parish, St. Louis Bertrand […]
CRS Rice Bowl recipe #5 – Doing more with less during Lent
For each week of Lent, The Visitor is highlighting Catholic Relief Services’ work with a story and simple, meatless recipe from a country the agency […]
‘Uhai tele’: a fully lived life
‘Abundance’ takes on new meaning for delegates returning from Kenya Rose Blesener had barely landed back on U.S. soil when she sent an email to the […]
Festival of Forgiveness called a ‘smashing success’
For the last few years, Pope Francis has celebrated “24 hours for the Lord,” a penitential celebration at St. Peter’s Basilica. The event includes several hours […]
Nancy Reagan recalled as ‘kind, gracious’ during 1987 papal encounter
OXNARD, Calif. (CNS) — Following the death of Nancy Reagan March 6, Cardinal Roger M. Mahony recalled fondly sharing time with the former first lady and […]
Open letter in National Review urges Catholics to reject Trump candidacy
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Republican candidate Donald Trump’s run for the White House is putting the efforts by the Republican Party to defend and advance the many […]